Comments: As a two-way player, Thornburg hits cleanup while playing right field on Friday, then is the DH on Saturday before taking his turn in the rotation on Sunday. There's a lot to like about him on the mound, with an above-average fastball and changeup. He's going to have to learn to throw his curve for strikes and command the ball better if he wants to remain a starter, but even if that doesn't work out, he could have a very nice future coming out of the 'pen. Scouts are always looking for good games on Sundays, so Thornburg will get plenty of looks before Draft Day.Enhanced Scouting Report

639

Shackelford, Kevin

Marshall University

RHP

R/R

6'05"

215

1989-04-07

JR

249

Ross, Austin

LSU

RHP

R/R

6'02"

200

1988-08-12

JR

969

Rogers, Jason

Columbus State

1B

R/R

6'02"

250

1988-03-13

JR

64

Nelson, James

Alabama

RHP

R/R

6'06"

240

1989-06-05

JR

Comments: There will invariably be a number of college arms taken at or near the top of the Draft. Once you get past that top tier, there are always steals to be found. Nelson could very well fit into that group as Alabama's Saturday starter. He has three pitches, with the fastball and slider being his best two options. If he can develop his changeup, he could be a very good starting option for a team that's seeking some advanced pitching after that first group.Enhanced Scouting Report

309

Neda, Rafael

New Mexico

C

R/R

6'01"

215

1988-10-12

JR

129

Morris, Hunter

Auburn

1B

L/R

6'02"

210

1988-10-07

JR

Comments: Morris certainly isn't new to the Draft scene as a second-round pick of the Red Sox in 2007. His biggest strength, his bat, hasn't changed. If anything, it's gotten better as he's clearly brushed off a ho-hum sophomore year to put up terrific numbers this season. He has a solid approach and very good power from the left side. He's capable enough to play either first base or a corner outfield spot, and it's looking like he'll have the kind of bat usually associated with those positions. Advanced hitters with power from the left side usually don't last too long, so don't expect Morris to have to wait around much before hearing his name called.Enhanced Scouting Report

159

Miller, Matthew

Michigan

RHP

R/R

6'06"

1989-01-30

JR

1509

Jones, Chad

LSU

CF

L/L

6'03"

215

1988-10-05

JR

Comments: Jones was drafted in the 13th round by the Houston Astros in 2007 but did not sign.

729

Hopkins, Gregory

St. Johns

3B

R/R

6'01"

200

1988-11-22

JR

339

Holle, Gregory

Texas Christian

RHP

R/R

6'08"

220

1988-11-16

JR

189

Hawn, William

Tennessee

3B

L/R

6'01"

205

1988-08-11

JR

Comments: Hawn was a 41st round selection by the Oakland Athletics in 2008 but did not sign.